Jeremiah Jacobsen

Minneapolis

Digital Content Director at KARE-TV (Minneapolis, MN)

@KARE11 Digital Content Director & @MNBroadcasters Board Member

Articles

Wolves announce freebies, watch parties for Western Conference Finals

2 weeks ago | kare11.com | Jeremiah Jacobsen

MINNEAPOLIS — Playoff fever is taking over the Twin Cities, and Minnesota Timberwolves fans can celebrate the team's appearance in the NBA Western Conference Finals throughout Memorial Day weekend. The Timberwolves have announced a series of "fan engagement" opportunities and special freebies in partnership with local chains.
Here's what passed in the Minnesota legislature ahead of the end of the session

2 weeks ago | kare11.com | Jeremiah Jacobsen

ST PAUL, Minn. — With the clock ticking before the end of the 2025 legislative session on Monday, Minnesota state lawmakers were working through the weekend to finish their work on a number of key bills. However, the work is not expected to be complete when the regular session concludes; Gov. Tim Walz is expected to call a special session for lawmakers to conclude work on a two-year budget agreement announced by the governor and legislative leaders last week.
End of the line? Legislature strips funding for the Northern Lights Express high-speed rail project

2 weeks ago | kare11.com | Jeremiah Jacobsen

ST PAUL, Minn. — Votes this weekend at the Minnesota State Capitol could put a proposed high-speed passenger rail connection between the Twin Cities and Duluth on the fast track to cancellation. Both the Minnesota House and Senate voted to strip funding from the proposed Northern Lights Express, as lawmakers worked to finalize business in the waning hours of the 2025 legislative session.
Here's how to watch the Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals

2 weeks ago | kare11.com | Jeremiah Jacobsen

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Timberwolves are back in the NBA's final four, returning to the Western Conference Finals after defeating the Golden State Warriors in the semifinal round. The Wolves had to wait until Sunday to learn their opponent, after the series between Oklahoma City and Denver went to seven games, and the Thunder ultimately prevailed.
Minnesota legislative leaders, Governor Walz announce budget deal

3 weeks ago | kare11.com | Jeremiah Jacobsen

ST PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and leaders of the divided legislature have reached an agreement on a budget deal, with just days left before the end of the legislative session. “Amid partisanship and division in Washington, Republicans and Democrats are proving that here in Minnesota we can still work together to get things done,” Gov. Walz said in a statement.
Minnesota to close Stillwater correctional facility

3 weeks ago | kare11.com | Jeremiah Jacobsen

The state of Minnesota has announced plans to shutter the Minnesota Correctional Facility in Stillwater. According to a news release, the decision follows an agreement between legislative leaders and Governor Tim Walz to "consolidate the state's prison facilities to to enhance the DOC's economic efficiency." The news release noted "crumbling infrastructure" at MCF Stillwater, as well as "ongoing health and safety concerns" to staff and inmates.
KARE 11 launches new Sunday morning newscast

1 month ago | kare11.com | Jeremiah Jacobsen

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — KARE 11 is bringing you more local news every weekend. Starting Sunday, May 11, KARE 11 is launching "KARE 11 Sunday" from 7 to 8 a.m., where viewers can get the latest news and weather forecast, along with stories that will warm your heart. The new "KARE 11 Sunday" will air live on KARE 11 at 7 a.m., right before NBC's "Sunday Today" and "Meet the Press." You can also stream "KARE 11 Sunday" live at 7 a.m. on KARE 11+, our streaming app for your television.
EF-1 tornado confirmed between Faribault and Kenyon on Monday

1 month ago | kare11.com | Jeremiah Jacobsen

FARIBAULT, Minn. — The National Weather Service has confirmed an EF-1 tornado touched down in Rice County between Faribault and Kenyon as severe storms pushed across southern Minnesota on Monday. "We have confirmation of preliminary damage rating of at least EF-1 with the Rice County tornado that touched down east of Faribault and west of Kenyon in MN," NWS Twin Cities posted on X.
The Minnesota DNR EagleCam nest has new residents

1 month ago | kare11.com | Jeremiah Jacobsen

ST PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota DNR EagleCam fans have spotted a special guest star on the livestream this month. A female mallard has taken up residence in the eagle's nest and is currently incubating her eggs there. According to the DNR, the duck was first seen in the nest on April 13, with eggs spotted a few days later. The mallard's arrival restores activity on the EagleCam livestream after the original eagle pair relocated to a different nest last month.
Minneapolis' Sibley Park tentatively renamed 40th Street Park

1 month ago | kare11.com | Jeremiah Jacobsen

MINNEAPOLIS — A century-old city park in south Minneapolis is getting a new name. On Thursday, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) voted to strip the name "Sibley" from Sibley Park and its facilities and tentatively rename the site as 40th Street Park. The park, located at East 40th Street and Longfellow in Minneapolis, was purchased by the city in 1922. One year later, it was named for Gen.